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Tail coat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red military-style coat with gold and black buttons and trim, high stand-up collar, long sleeves, and a row of 7 black and gold buttons down the front; fabric appears to be a woven material; the coat has a waist seam and appears to be slightly gathered at the waist; there are two small pockets on either side below the waist seam; the coat is on a headless mannequin. Tail coat, artist not specified.

Artwork Details

Date
1812–20
Medium
wool, metal
Culture
American
Dimensions
367 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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